For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 242 students in 62902, IL (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 62902, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 62902, IL is Giant City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 62902 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 62902, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62902, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Giant City Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1062 Boskydell Rd
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-5391
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-5391
Grades: PK-8
| 242 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tcse-carbondale High School
Special Education School
330 S Giant City Rd
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-4722
Carbondale, IL 62902
(618) 457-4722
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 62902, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 62902, IL include Giant City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 62902?
2 public schools are located in 62902.
What percentage of students in 62902 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 62902 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 62902?
62902 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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